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apocalypsehowcomm2023-04-09 06:07 pm
ruevealing) wrote in apocalypsehowcomm2023-04-09 06:07 pm
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[open log - it's a wedding!]
Who: Rue, Hob, and everyone else! Even if you don’t know the couple personally, Rue will not be throwing anyone out.
When: Evening of April 9th
Where: On ADI grounds
Summary: A fey wedding! Come take a break from all of the usual drama to dance, drink, and be merry!
Warnings: n/a
[After months of extensive planning, the day is finally here. To all those personally invited or who just so happen to stumble upon the lovely outdoor tent on ADI property, they’ll all be welcomed as anticipated guests to join in the celebration.
For how lavishly Rue had lived prior to this realm, the wedding is elegant in its pure simplicity, all creams and ivories splashed with the bright color of wildflowers, golden lights twinkling in every corner of the spacious tent. The decor is all fresh flowers and gentle lights, nothing over-the-top or excessive, just a pretty, aromatic backdrop for the ceremony taking place.]
[Mingling]
[Is it any surprise that fey weddings are a touch more eclectic in their traditions than most humans might expect?
Upon arrival, all guests are invited to pick up a smooth stone, small enough to fit easily into even the smallest of palms. The game then becomes being sneaky enough to slip that stone into someone else’s pocket without being caught. Fey tradition dictates that if you manage it without suspicion, that person shall be blessed with good luck for the rest of the year. But get caught and it backfires only on the gifter themself, who is then cursed with bad luck for the next ten years.
(It’s only a silly fey game, of course, take the gift of good and bad luck with a grain of salt. ..Though you never quite know for certain in a place like this, do you?)
After the ceremony, in an imitation of one of the more bloody and violent goblin customs, bird-shaped confetti is rained down on the guests, tiny, edible doves to either politely brush out of your hair or to catch and eat. Collect more than anyone else and you just may be named Destroyer of Doves for the rest of the evening, a title that comes with a small crown and sash. (Goblin traditions are something else.)]
[Reception]
[The ceremony itself is brief, fey promises are already binding, no other long-winded declaration of vows or exchange of gifts are needed, the words Rue and Hob speak are weighty enough.
But the true celebration follows immediately after, an after party that lasts long through the night, with music, drinks, and nonstop dancing. Feel free to drag a friend onto the dance floor or stand awkwardly on the sidelines, waiting to be bullied into dancing the macarena. You can try to use the tender environment to strike up a conversation with your crush or maybe just challenge your rival to see who can Cha Cha Slide best.
Or, if you’re truly opposed to dancing, you could grab one of the delicately painted eggs in a basket by the entrance. They weigh next to nothing, and the instructions are simple: throw it at someone. Ideally a someone that you’re fond of, but it doesn’t have to be. Regardless of whether the egg is chucked out of affection or malice, it will break with a puff of perfume and a spray of colorful confetti.
When you leave, don’t forget to grab your gift bag! Rue’s prepared small bags for anyone who attends, invited or otherwise, filled with all of your wedding gift bag essentials! Included is a mini bottle of champagne, a decorative baggie of jordan almonds, and a small paperweight with a spray of the same wildflowers preserved within it.]
When: Evening of April 9th
Where: On ADI grounds
Summary: A fey wedding! Come take a break from all of the usual drama to dance, drink, and be merry!
Warnings: n/a
[After months of extensive planning, the day is finally here. To all those personally invited or who just so happen to stumble upon the lovely outdoor tent on ADI property, they’ll all be welcomed as anticipated guests to join in the celebration.
For how lavishly Rue had lived prior to this realm, the wedding is elegant in its pure simplicity, all creams and ivories splashed with the bright color of wildflowers, golden lights twinkling in every corner of the spacious tent. The decor is all fresh flowers and gentle lights, nothing over-the-top or excessive, just a pretty, aromatic backdrop for the ceremony taking place.]
[Mingling]
[Is it any surprise that fey weddings are a touch more eclectic in their traditions than most humans might expect?
Upon arrival, all guests are invited to pick up a smooth stone, small enough to fit easily into even the smallest of palms. The game then becomes being sneaky enough to slip that stone into someone else’s pocket without being caught. Fey tradition dictates that if you manage it without suspicion, that person shall be blessed with good luck for the rest of the year. But get caught and it backfires only on the gifter themself, who is then cursed with bad luck for the next ten years.
(It’s only a silly fey game, of course, take the gift of good and bad luck with a grain of salt. ..Though you never quite know for certain in a place like this, do you?)
After the ceremony, in an imitation of one of the more bloody and violent goblin customs, bird-shaped confetti is rained down on the guests, tiny, edible doves to either politely brush out of your hair or to catch and eat. Collect more than anyone else and you just may be named Destroyer of Doves for the rest of the evening, a title that comes with a small crown and sash. (Goblin traditions are something else.)]
[Reception]
[The ceremony itself is brief, fey promises are already binding, no other long-winded declaration of vows or exchange of gifts are needed, the words Rue and Hob speak are weighty enough.
But the true celebration follows immediately after, an after party that lasts long through the night, with music, drinks, and nonstop dancing. Feel free to drag a friend onto the dance floor or stand awkwardly on the sidelines, waiting to be bullied into dancing the macarena. You can try to use the tender environment to strike up a conversation with your crush or maybe just challenge your rival to see who can Cha Cha Slide best.
Or, if you’re truly opposed to dancing, you could grab one of the delicately painted eggs in a basket by the entrance. They weigh next to nothing, and the instructions are simple: throw it at someone. Ideally a someone that you’re fond of, but it doesn’t have to be. Regardless of whether the egg is chucked out of affection or malice, it will break with a puff of perfume and a spray of colorful confetti.
When you leave, don’t forget to grab your gift bag! Rue’s prepared small bags for anyone who attends, invited or otherwise, filled with all of your wedding gift bag essentials! Included is a mini bottle of champagne, a decorative baggie of jordan almonds, and a small paperweight with a spray of the same wildflowers preserved within it.]
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"Honestly? I'm impressed you've lasted this long," she teased, as she followed them out of the tent.
"But... I could use a break, too," she admitted. As much as she liked everyone, she wasn't that much better with crowds or parties than Raine was.
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Raine trailed off as the scenery changed. They found a spot outside of the tent- a quaint area with a few small trees and a planter that the two of them could sit if they'd like, and have a bit more privacy away from the noise. Once they were satisfied with their spot of choice, they added:
"It also helped that you're around."
Raine let go of Eda's hand and sat down, their eyes half lidded, ears and cheeks still flush from the awkward dancing and champagne.
"You make social events a little more.. Tolerable."
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Eda just looked at Raine for a moment, and thought about how cute they were at this particular moment. Perhaps unfortunately, she was thinking a lot more about that than about what she was saying.
"Yeah, I dunno what you'd do without me." She realised after saying it that that might not have been the best choice of words. But calling attention to that fact seemed like it would just make it worse, so she simply forged ahead, sitting down by them and leaning her shoulder against theirs.
"But y'know, so do you. Always have."
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"Very bold words from the Witch who prefers using me as a pillow, or else she can't sleep as good."
Raine watched Eda as she sat down, and leaned their head against her shoulder. They didn't say anything else, initially, but their eyes never left her. Their mind swam between acknowledging the sweet reply that they made things easier for her as well, the party, and how the light hit her face in a way that made them want to ramp up the amount of affection they were giving her.
Raine's body shifted on the planter to face Eda more, and they even kick their legs up underneath themself.
"I think.. we should kiss about that. A lot."
Raine wasn't entirely not self aware quite yet though, and they couldn't help but awkwardly glance away as they added:
"If you want."
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She raised an eyebrow at the boldness of their next comment, and then had to stifle a laugh at their tacked on addition, even if it was sweet of them to want to make sure.
"I think," she began, leaning close to their ear almost conspiratorially, "you read my mind."
She kissed them on the cheek, then on the lips, turning further to face them and bracing a hand on the planter on the other side of them from them as she leaned in. She seemed to be taking 'a lot' to heart, as she gave them another kiss, and another.
"...But I'm pretty sure you're the one who sleeps better when you use me for a heavy blanket."
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"Mmmh," Raine tilted their head to the side when they broke away from the kisses. "I don't know what you're talking about. You would be a sleepy mess without me."
Their hands cup Eda's face, and pulled her into more kisses.
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"Oh yeah?" Eda asked, breaking away again after a bit. Mostly because leaning over them was ceasing to be quite comfortable.
She sat back and idly chewed at her lip with her gold fang for a moment before deciding what to do about that. Without any particular warning, she pulled them up into her lap, and gave them another kiss the moment they were settled there.
"I can always stop sleeping on you, if you'd rather..." She didn't manage to sound especially serious about this. It would probably take a lot to actually get her to break that particular habit.
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"I never said anything about that," Raine playfully bit back. "Plus you'd get all sad about it. I'd feel too bad."
They played with her long ear tuft for a moment, before they lean a little closer and let their hand rest back on her shoulder.
"And I'd hate to do that."
They don't bother letting her say anything back, in favour of giving her their suggested "a lot" of kisses.